Review of A Face in the Crowd (1957) by Michael C — 08 Apr 2010
Very ironic that Elia Kazan, notorious for betraying his contemporaries to the House of Un-American Activities during the McCarthy era, made such a strong film on the corrupting spirit of fame. Andy Griffith gives a surprisingly chilling performance as an impoverished protest singer who eventually forsakes his own ideas and sacrifices all trace of decency as his popularity rises.
This film effectively illustrates the evils of celebrity and is a great example as to why several figures who are currently walking the same path should be cause for alarm.
This review of A Face in the Crowd (1957) was written by Michael C on 08 Apr 2010.
A Face in the Crowd has generally received very positive reviews.
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